Tenerife’s Emergency Plan Deactivated After Storm and Visitor Surge
The Tenerife Island Council (Cabildo de Tenerife) has deactivated its Island Emergency Plan (PEIN), which was activated due to the effects of Storm Emilia and the high influx of visitors to Teide National Park over the past weekend. The deactivation took effect from 7:00 am on Monday, 22 December 2025, following a resolution issued by the Department of the Natural Environment, Sustainability, Security, and Emergencies.
Ongoing Restrictions to Protect Safety and Environment
With the lifting of the emergency plan, the council has also ended the extraordinary measures for controlling access to Teide National Park that were temporarily established to guarantee public and road safety. Nevertheless, the authority clarifies that certain restrictions within the park’s territory remain in force to preserve safety and the natural environment.
Vehicle Bans and Prohibited Activities
Among the measures still active is the prohibition of recreational vehicles that increase risk, such as quads, buggies, enduro motorbikes or similar, as well as caravans and motorhomes, or any other vehicle whose size or characteristics could cause traffic problems. The transit of organised convoys for profit, private events, or similar activities that could affect traffic on the park’s roads is also banned.
Key Road Closure and Parking Rules
The council reminds the public that stopping and parking along the road and at viewpoints—except in specifically designated areas—remains prohibited. This was a primary cause of congestion and risk during the period of high visitor numbers. Furthermore, the section of the TF-21 road between El Portillo Alto (PK 34+000) and the Teide Cable Car (PK 43+000), a key access route into the park, remains closed to all traffic.
Appeal for Public Responsibility
The island corporation notes that all other resolutions related to access restrictions on trails, recreational areas, forest tracks, forest zones, and other protected natural spaces on the island are still in effect. The council appeals for public responsibility and strict compliance with the regulations, emphasising that these measures are essential to guarantee people’s safety and the conservation of Teide’s natural environment, especially during periods of high tourist numbers.
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